Flying from Columbus to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): What you need to know
Columbus's main base, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), is where great travel stories take off. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Columbus to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC).
The timezone in Munich is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Columbus. Franz Josef Strauss Airport is located in Munich.
To ensure you get on your flight from Columbus to MUC, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
In peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Columbus to MUC. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The journey from central Columbus to CMH takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Columbus to Franz Josef Strauss Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
79.5% of flights that leave from John Glenn Columbus International Airport make it to their destination on time.
The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Columbus to LCK in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 26 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Unwind before your Columbus to MUC flight at a hotel near Rickenbacker International Airport. Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East is one option where you can roll out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 66.14%.
About Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Consider booking a hotel close to MUC if you have a late flight from Columbus to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
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Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Columbus to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport to central Munich is around 29 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Right now, Rs66,078 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs165,152. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Columbus to MUC, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Affordable Columbus to Franz Josef Strauss Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Columbus to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC). Plan your visit to Munich in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your Columbus to MUC flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Munich, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Columbus to Franz Josef Strauss Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Munich
Start your Munich trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Columbus to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Münchner Oktoberfest, Marienplatz and Theresienwiese are must-do's during your Munich adventure.
Explore more of Germany
Stuttgart is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Munich. Around 193 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Porsche Museum, Mercedes-Benz Museum and Marienplatz.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Germany, consider Mannheim, about 274 kilometres north-west of Munich. Baroque Palace Mannheim, NTM National Theatre Mannheim and Reiss-Engelhorn-Museen Mannheim are key highlights.
